I don't know what the hell that title refers to, but my life is certainly better lately. Certain unnamed obligations are completed and I can return to my regularly-scheduled life. I look forward to new glass creations and carving projects.

I also hope to finish the latest edit of a scifi/pulp homage I started in the 90s. I won't go into a lot about that yet, but when the latest edit is finished I plan to shift the whole book over to a friend for his opinion. This guy has a sense of humor similar to mine, but with a fun bend to it that catches me by surprise sometimes. I think he will be a nice fit to the story. I have asked him to check for grammar and continuity, but I expect he'll also have some plot ideas and suggestions for making what is supposed to be a comedic send-up even funnier.

I love Pandora.com, but I recently discovered Slacker.com. Now my affections are torn. I continue my loyal devotion to Pandora, but Slacker is promising a portable player to be released this summer. Pandora is a stay-at-home gal; Slacker wants to go with me.

Stupid torn affections.